How much does a 3D assembly video cost?

The prices mentioned are guidelines and indicate the range in which the costs for a 3D assembly video may fall. The individual effort can only be assessed once it has been determined which components, assembly steps, and detailed views are to be shown in the video. For example, even a short sequence can be complex if numerous individual parts need to be positioned, screwed together, or displayed in an exploded view one after another. Based on the specific requirements, Animations-Maschine calculates each project individually and subsequently offers the production at a fixed, previously agreed price.

Number of assembly steps

The scope of the assembly process to be shown has a direct impact on the production effort. The more individual steps, actions, and movements are shown in the video, the more animations need to be created and coordinated.

Complexity of the assembly

For a product with only a few components, the preparation is usually manageable. If a machine or assembly consists of numerous individual parts, however, these must be prepared, positioned, and animated for the individual assembly steps. This can significantly increase the production effort.

Exploded views and special animations

Exploded views are particularly useful for clearly illustrating the structure of a product. If numerous components are to move apart, rotate, or subsequently be reassembled step by step, additional animation work is required.

Quality and structure of the CAD data

Ideally, existing CAD data of the product should be provided for production. In many cases, these can be used directly. However, if the data is incomplete, structured in a very complex way, or needs to be cleaned up and adapted first, additional preparation work is required.

Level of detail

Depending on the purpose of the assembly video, components can be displayed with different levels of detail. For a clear assembly guide, a straightforward technical representation is often sufficient. If surfaces, materials, small components, or technical details are to be shown particularly realistically, the production effort increases accordingly.

Labels, voice-over, and language versions

A 3D assembly video can be enhanced with text overlays, arrows, or other graphical elements to make individual assembly steps even easier to understand. A professional voice-over or additional language versions are also possible. Depending on the desired implementation, these options may result in additional costs.

For a 60-second 3D assembly video, the typical cost at Animations-Maschine is around €2,750. For very short videos, the price per finished minute is often higher than for more extensive projects with a runtime of 2 to 5 minutes. One reason for this is the preparatory work: CAD data needs to be imported and prepared for visualization, the assembly process needs to be developed, and the project needs to be planned accordingly. This basic effort is also required for a short video and can be distributed across fewer video seconds in such cases.

At Animations-Maschine, you receive an individual fixed-price quote for your 3D assembly video. Based on the provided CAD data, the desired assembly process, and the agreed scope of services, we calculate the expected production effort before the project begins. This means you know from the start what production costs you can expect.

The fixed price already includes the services defined in the quote. These include, among other things, preparing the existing 3D data, developing the assembly sequence, animating the individual work steps, as well as agreed revisions and text overlays. Changes or additional services that go beyond the originally agreed scope will of course be discussed with you in advance.

Animations-Maschine focuses entirely on producing technical 3D videos and can therefore visualize assembly processes particularly efficiently. A large number of technical 3D models are already available for production, including tools, screws, nuts, and many other standard components. These can be integrated directly into an assembly video when needed, without having to create every element from scratch. In addition, communication channels are short and the structure is streamlined: you communicate directly with the responsible creative professional rather than through several intermediaries. This reduces organizational effort, speeds up production, and enables efficient implementation without the additional costs of a traditional full-service agency.

At Animations-Maschine, the agreed price already includes the essential steps required to produce a professional 3D assembly video. These include, among other things, importing and preparing the CAD data, visually planning the assembly process, and creating an illustrated storyboard. The individual assembly steps are then animated and implemented based on the agreed concept. Revisions, text overlays, background music, final delivery of the video files, and project management are also included in the agreed price.